Tax refund
TAX REFUND AND DUTY FREE
Maximise your savings while eshopping with Ocean Ride with our exclusive Tax Free Shopping service. Enjoy up to 15% off. Just give us your passport and flight details , and claim your tax refund at the airport before departing.
Who qualifies for a Mauritius VAT Refund?
The VAT tax is meant to tax consumption of good within Mauritius, not goods exported to a foreign country. Therefore, Mauritius allows tourists and others who purchase goods within Mauritius for export to receive a refund of any VAT taxes paid.
How is my Mauritius VAT Refund Calculated?
Your total gross purchase amounts will be summed and rounded to the nearest Rupee. From this total, the total amount of VAT refund will be calculated, based on the 15% standard VAT rate in Mauritius. For example:
€100 euros spent (incl. 15% VAT) = €87.00 base price + €13.00 VAT paid
In this example, you would receive an approximate tax refund amount of €13 on a total of €100 in purchases. As you can see, VAT refunds can be quite significant in Mauritius, especially if you're doing alot of shopping!
CLAIMING THE REFUND
At the Airport: You can claim your VAT refund at the MCCI Tax Refund counter located at SSR International Airport. Ensure you have your Tax-Free Forms and purchased goods with you as hand luggage.
Refund Options: Refunds can be processed in various currencies, including Euro, US Dollar, South African Rand, and British Pounds.